UOB ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Index holds at 54 as Singapore jumps to 56

• UOB’s 2026 ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Index held at 54, supported by stronger macro optimism despite geopolitical risk and oil price concerns.
• Macro sub-index rose 3 points to 61; positive views of current conditions increased to 60% from 57%.
• Micro sub-index slipped to 51 from 52 as household expense concerns weighed, despite 60% expecting to be better off next year.
• Singapore posted the biggest gain, up 9 points to 56, driven by stronger growth tied to AI-related demand and improved personal finance sentiment.
• Thailand rose 4 points to 51; Malaysia eased to 50; Indonesia fell to 49; Vietnam stayed highest at 63 despite a 4-point drop.

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